New Start Highland

New Start Highland Announced as Charity Partner for Highland Business Dinner 2025

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Inverness Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce New Start Highland as the official charity partner for this year’s Highland Business Dinner, headlined by Adrian Chiles, celebrated TV and radio presenter, columnist, and documentary host. The annual event, a highlight in the region’s business calendar, will also raise vital funds to support New Start Highland’s […]

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Charity Marks 25 Years Launching Scotland’s First Training and Reuse Village 

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Inverness-based charity and social enterprise New Start Highland is celebrating its 25th anniversary by starting construction on what will be Scotland’s first Training and Reuse Village. The £500,000 project, opening soon in Carsegate, Inverness, will feature pre-loved retail outlets, a bike repair hub, a tool library, a café and a training kitchen.  It is expected to create up to 40

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Scots Charity Harness Solar Energy To Serve Communities Across The Highlands

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Renewable energy specialists, AES Solar has completed the installation of 250 Solar PV panels at Inverness charity and social enterprise, New Start Highland. The Forres-based organisation has installed 250 Solar PV panels across New Start Highland’s retail outlets, storage facilities, training buildings and offices.  It is one of the most prominent reconfigurations at the charity’s

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New Start Highland Leader Named as a Big Issue Top 100 Changemaker

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New Start Highland’s Chief Executive, James Dunbar, has been honoured as a Big Issue Changemaker for Housing and Homelessness 2025. This prestigious list celebrates leaders across the UK who drive innovative solutions to address critical social challenges, with James being recognised for his transformative work in combatting homelessness and poverty across the Highlands. James Dunbar commented,

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New Start Highland’s deputy CEO Mairi Macaulay

Social Enterprise Accolade for Deputy CEO of New Start Highland

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Ahead of International Women’s Day this Friday (8 March), New Start Highland’s deputy CEO Mairi Macaulay has been named as the only Highland social entrepreneur on the WISE 100 list. The list is produced annually by NatWest Social and Community Capital in partnership with Pioneers Post and recognises the most inspiring and influential women in

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